Family and Goddess 2.173

Viggo took Flora to the exit of the mansion and to their surprise, Ottar was at the door. However, he dressed in a way that both would not have expected in his entire lives. He continued to wear the red bandana that Viggo gave him, on his forehead, which, together with his bearing, musculature, and face, gave him the threatening appearance. However, he wore a frac suit and held in his hands a rectangular package wrapped in light blue wrapping paper.

Viggo and Flora were watching Ottar. The latter always remained serious, but blushed and they burst into laughter.

-You didn't have to be so formal- Viggo said with a big smile.

-I, well, I'm sorry for coming late- Ottar replied and went inside. Viggo closed the door and Ottar stared at Flora, with that golden braid so characteristic of her and a beautiful one-piece dress.

-It seems that I am not the only formal one- Ottar said.

-Yes, but I have already seen Uri- Flora replied with a big smile, she calmed down, kept smiling, but speak in a more serious tone of voice -see you Ottar, treat Uri carefully-

-¿Uri?-

-Yes, Uri, by Uriel. Like Tatsu, from Tatsumi, you know- Flora said, her smile faded, and she looked at Ottar with a renewed spirit, something serious, but calm -for our birthday I hope you are there and not be as elusive as ever-

-Well, that-

-No buts, come... please-

-Me, it's okay- Ottar replied, not knowing how to act in the face of such a calm Flora. Usually, she was very prickly with him, as if she didn't want him around her. He wondered what had happened to him.

-That sounds better- said Flora, she gave Ottar an unexpected hug that left the latter frozen. Flora didn't worry about the reaction because the damage was done. Even if they now made the passes, years of having been avoided could not fade away as if nothing had happened. However, that's not to say they couldn't get along now. After Ottar, Flora hugged Viggo, whispered something to him, and when they separated, Viggo nodded. Flora turned around, opened the door, and walked out of the mansion.

-What happened to her?- asked Ottar holding Uriel's gift in his huge hands.

-Nothing, just, is growing like you or me- replied Viggo, patted him on the arm and continued -I didn't expect you to come so formal. I remember you agreed to become my daughter's godfather, but this is quite an event-

Ottar blushed, frowned and Viggo knew he had to stop his jokes or else Ottar would get angry.

-Come, let's see the lady in question- said Viggo -she is beautiful, the most beautiful woman in the whole world. You'll see, even prettier than Freya-

-Hey- Ottar protested.

Viggo did not take Ottar's protest seriously and walked ahead while Ottar followed him closely -today I was a much sought-after brother. First Tatsu in the morning, then Flora and now you, also bring me problems?-

-No, I just wanted to apologize for coming so late- Ottar said, looking at the reception of the house, with the painting of Viggo, Kain and the goddess Hephaestus on the back wall. Viggo must have been about four or five years old. A lot of the furniture had changed, the layout and the color of the walls, but that painting had always been there -we were traveling with Lady Hera. We just came back last night and this morning I was notified of the birth of your daughter. Uriel, right?-

-Yes, Uriel- Viggo said with a broad smile -she has my red hair-

-I wish she didn't come out as ugly as you- Ottar replied with a burlesque smile.

-Hey What are you talking about? The face is the best thing I have-

Ottar let out a laugh and Viggo accompanied him in the gesture. Laughter traveled through the huge mansion. They walked upstairs, went up to the second floor and stopped in front of Semiramis' room.

Viggo knocked on the door a couple of times and they asked from the inside -Yes?-

Viggo looked at Ottar and said -wait for me here, please. First I must tell Semiramis-

-I understand- Ottar replied with a small smile.

Viggo entered the room and closed the door. He then saw Semiramis near the crib and carrying Uriel against her chest.

-What's going on, dear?- asked Semiramis -Is Flora gone yet?-

-Yes, she's already gone, but now Ottar arrives, can he enter?-

Semiramis looked at the room. They had already taken out the diapers, cleaned the little redhead, and the rest of the room was tidy. Semiramis looked at Viggo and said -yes, of course-

-Well, thank you- replied Viggo, turned around, walked over the door, and poked his face out the door. He saw Ottar standing in the hallway with an expression of nervousness -come on, come on, you can pass-

Ottar nodded, Viggo opened the door completely, and Ottar stepped in. They both walked to where Semiramis was holding Uriel.

-Congratulations, sister-in-law- Ottar said with a nervous attitude -I, I brought this, I didn't know if it would fit, but it's nice-

Semiramis nodded and pointed to a piece of furniture attached to the wall so that Ottar could leave the gift there -thank you, Ottar- she said with a smile as she held the little redhead against her chest -for the size of the clothes do not worry, babies grow very fast. So, if it fits big, do not worry, in a month or less it will be good-

-Why don't you let him hold Uriel?- asked Viggo with a broad smile.

-No, me- said Ottar super nervous. The baby in Semiramis' arms looked so small and fragile that he gave the impression that she would break if someone as clumsy as he held her.

Viggo continued to smile, approached Semiramis and stretched out his arms. Semiramis hand over to the baby and Viggo whisper to calm her down -come on, come on, go with your godfather, he's a serious guy, but a good person-

-Seriously, Viggo, you better not- Ottar replied more and more nervously.

-Come on, Ottar, it's your goddaughter, how are you not going to carry her once- said Viggo.

Ottar at the end nodded and stretched out his hands forward while showing both huge palms. Viggo approached Uriel who could perfectly fall into one of Ottar's hands. Viggo deposited her in his hands and Ottar cradled it in his hands while looking at those huge blue eyes that looked at him with innocence and curiosity.

Ottar smiled silly and said -you were right, she is beautiful-

-Right?- asked Viggo with a big smile.

-Thank heaven that only has your hair, can you imagine that it also had your face?-

-Hey-

Ottar kept smiling until Uriel didn't like being cradled in such hard hands for training so long with a sword and started crying. Ottar turned pale from nervousness and approached Semiramis with a panicked expression -sister-in-law, the girl- he said.

Semiramis could only smile, amazed that someone as tall, muscular, and fierce as her brother-in-law turned into a bundle of nerves just for holding a baby.

-Give me a second, I'll take her in my arms- said Semiramis, taking the girl and holding her against her chest. She gave Ottar a brief glance and watched as his face relaxed as if the crisis was over. She let out a chuckle and set about calming Uriel down.

-Man, you're going to have to improve those nerves- Viggo said with a mocking smile -How are you going to do it when she asks you to lift her up in the air?-

-That, that- Ottar said with a frightened expression -my heart is not prepared-

Viggo let out a laugh and patted his shoulder.

-Viggo, don't laugh so hard- said Semiramis.

-Oh, I'm sorry- said Viggo -did the star get tired of serving his fans?-

Semiramis showed a smile and nodded as she saw the little girl closing her eyes.

Viggo looked at Ottar and said -you heard it, come on-

-Yes- Ottar replied, looked at Semiramis and raised his right hand in farewell. Semiramis only pulled one hand away from Uriel's back while holding it with his forearms and moved it a couple of times in response.

Viggo and Ottar left the room. Ottar let out a deep sigh of relief, and Viggo let out a chuckle at the sight of his brother and friend being so nervous about holding a baby.

-Do you have lunch here?- asked Viggo.

-I can't, I have a lot of things to prepare- Ottar said -I hadn't told you, but I'm going to be the captain of the family-

-Really? Did you tell Dad?- asked Viggo with a clear expression of amazement -when he knows he's going to go crazy-

-Yes, I can imagine- Ottar replied with a wide smile -join me at the door, I'll tell you along the way-

Viggo nodded, and the two walked down the hall in the direction of the stairs. On the left side the large windows that overlooked the outer courtyard and on the right side the walls with paintings, furniture and porcelain vases with flowers cut in the morning.

-What happened to Aunt Mia?- asked Viggo as they moved forward.

-She is going to retire as an adventurer, but she will continue to work for the family- Ottar replied -she is going to set up a restaurant, she already told me to let you know that you had to pass once the place is inaugurated-

-I'll be there, I hope the food is delicious-

-Oooh, you will see, is something made especially for adventurers-

-That sounds suspicious and funny- replied Viggo.

Ottar stopped, looked at his eyes, and nodded. Then he kept walking -your instincts are scary- he said.

-Thank you, but it matters. Anyway, I'm going to find out-

-That's true- Ottar replied, they kept walking to the stairs and stopped -Lady Freya on a traveling basis, but some rumors circulate of you and a new wife-

-Aah, Rosewisse, the winged woman or the angel, as the adventurers call her- Viggo said with an uncomfortable smile.

-Lady Freya would like to meet her- Ottar said, taking a deep breath -you don't have to worry, it's just to meet her. She will make a reservation at the restaurant that is located north of the Tower of Babel. You know, the usual one. In addition to wanting to send a special gift for your wife-

-Just know her?-

-Come on, you know what Dad is like with the powers of the gods. Lady Freya appreciates the friendship with Dad too much to hurt it just because she likes someone. She told me that her top priority is to see you again, meet your wife, and be on good terms with your wife Semiramis-

-Why do you want to be on good terms with Semiramis?-

-Lady Freya said you were going to ask, but don't worry, she will answer many of your answers. The future is a bit complicated for everyone-

Viggo and Ottar stared into the eyes for a moment. Viggo nodded in a slow gesture, and Ottar patted his shoulder.